Hcps rugby middle school bridge replacement

Henderson County Public Schools, North Carolina is requesting sealed bids for construction of the HCPS Rugby Middle School Bridge Replacement project, with bids due September 3, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. and a mandatory pre-bid conference on August 20, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Rugby Middle School office. Prospective bidders must attend the pre-bid conference and be listed on the sign-in sheet to be eligible to submit bids.

Minority Business Program requirements apply to contracts exceeding $300,000. The project involves complete bridge replacement at the school site in Henderson County. All work must be substantially completed by March 31, 2027, with liquidated damages of $150 per calendar day for delays beyond that date.

Performance and Payment Bonds are required for contracts valued at $300,000 or greater; Bid Bonds are required for bids of $500,000 or greater in the amount of not less than 5 percent of the total bid. Contractors must provide commercial general liability coverage of not less than $1 million combined single limit and automobile liability insurance with minimum combined single limits of $150,000. North Carolina Workers' Compensation Insurance is required.

The project is funded through federal sources; bidders must comply with federal guidelines and submit the HCPS Uniform Guidance Required Contract Provisions form as part of the contract. Contractors must comply with E-Verify requirements, the Jessica Lunsford Act regarding sex offender screening, drug-free workplace certification, and criminal background checks for all personnel with direct contact with students and staff.

The Owner will award the contract to the lowest responsive responsible bidder based on the base bid only and reserves the right to waive irregularities and reject any or all bids. Bids may not be withdrawn for 30 days following the bid closing deadline. Sealed bids must be received at 414 4th Avenue West, Hendersonville, NC 28739. The bidder's question period closes August 26, 2026. Facsimile and electronic bids are not accepted. Contact: Chad Dillon, Henderson County Public Schools.